The law can intersect with life in many ways
Understand what happens and where to get help, when the law intersects with life
Identify where the law can help
Research shows that there are 6.4 million problems in Victoria that could be solved by using the law.
That's 42% of Victorians who may have a legal answer to their problem without realising it!
Knowing your problem has a legal aspect to it, is the best way to start fixing everyday legal problems.
When the law meets where you work
We can all experience problems with things like difficult employers, unsafe conditions at work, and issues with pay.
When the law meets where you live
We can all experience problems with things like difficult neighbours, bad landlords, and natural disaster.
When the law meets your money
We can all experience problems with things like unpaid or incorrect fines, debt and scams.
When the law meets shopping
We can all experience problems with things like faulty products, poor service or knowing where to complain with an issue.
When the law meets your relationships
We can all experience problems with things like writing and executing a will, separation, and consent.
When the law meets your rights
We can all experience problems with things like discrimination, privacy and protesting.
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